Southwest Waterfront Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
National Mall
National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Nationals Park
Catch an event at Nationals Park during your trip to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
United States Capitol
United States Capitol is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in Southwest Waterfront
Washington Plaza Hotel
Clean place and good breakfast
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Hotel was nice room was good. Staff however was not helpful. Concierge desk could not even give me directions to metro station. She just said to take an uber. The website said it is a 3 min drive. I put into my gps and its a 15 min drive. I asked another guest and they were able to tell me how to ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
The front desk staff was very helpful during the check in process and changing of rooms. To no fault of theirs, we had to change rooms and I ended up in an hypoallergenic room which was perfect for me. Room was clean and had the most wonderful view. Room service was great.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Its an old hotel thats not needs a renovation badly. Town rack fell, knobb came of bathroom door and the bathtub didnt drain properly. Carpet coming up in the corners of the room an looks worn. Windows shades are filthy, bathroom vanity the wood is warn badly. Will never stay here again. The price ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Watermark Hotel
I had the most amazing experience at the Watermark for an amazing price point. I’ll definitely be back.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast
1~We was tired from travel at night and there was chaos, Screaming and loud laughter the whole night from on room floor in n the same Corridor, no one of the stuff or security in the hotel stop them I felt like sleep deprived in night club There was complain from number of guests 2~There are not ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Waterfront
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.
Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and United States Capitol, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Nationals Park and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
Southeast
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Nationals Park, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.
